by Jen G 
We Greenpointers absolutely love riding on the East River Ferry, but what happened this morning around 9am at the India St pier is very unsettling.
The Daily Newsreported that after commuters had crossed the ramp and were safely on the ferry, the ramp detached and plunged into an icy cold East River. Needless to say, we are thankful no one was injured, but…
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Shutdown the entire system until a safety inspection can be made. At least do a safety inspection. Welcome to third world New York City with sh$t infrastructure, Internet, (no IT business can compete) and a ridiculous seperation of wealth.
Omg! Thankfully no one was hurt. I ride the ferry all the time.
How come this was not on the news? When will we find out what happened?
Cathy, the Daily News covered it. As for television, I think they’re obsessed with snow.